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Kings Light Up Sky After 7-Game Skid
12 Jan
Summary
- Sacramento Kings ended a seven-game losing streak with a home win.
- The team's victory beam was activated for the first time this season.
- Rival teams have adopted their own unique victory celebrations.
The Sacramento Kings recently ended a challenging seven-game losing streak by defeating the Houston Rockets with a score of 111-98. This significant home victory at Golden 1 Center marked the first time this season the Kings were able to 'light the beam,' their distinctive purple laser celebration, which erupted to the cheers of 15,268 fans.
The 'light the beam' tradition, introduced in the 2022-23 season, activates a powerful six-laser display into the Sacramento sky after every Kings win. This unique team sign of victory has gained league-wide attention, prompting other franchises to adopt similar celebratory customs. The San Antonio Spurs now use a drum-beating ritual, while the Houston Rockets have introduced a rocket explosion animation.
Kings rookie Dylan Cardwell had the honor of initiating the beam after the recent win, expressing his gratitude and team spirit. Guard Malik Monk, a part of the original 'Beam Team,' acknowledged the growing trend of team celebrations, noting that other teams have drawn inspiration from Sacramento's success. Coach Doug Christie referred to Cardwell as the team's 'spirit animal.'
